Soweto Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Two large cooling towers with colorful murals, surrounded by trees and power lines.
A person overlooking a densely populated area with makeshift housing and a distant view of a cityscape.
A cityscape with a large billboard, a street with vehicles, and a person sitting on a rock.
A building with the address 8115 Vilakazi St, Orlando West, SOWETO.
A large cylindrical structure with colorful murals depicting various scenes and figures.

Stay near popular Soweto attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Soweto

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿4,597 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,597
฿5,287 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Sandton Sun & Towers

Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is ฿7,157 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿7,157
฿8,231 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
Sandton Sun & Towers
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng
The price is ฿2,173 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
฿2,173
฿2,523 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (985 reviews)
"Although it was only a short stay before my international flight. The hotel was really lovely. Actually nicer than the chain in many areas of the US that I have used. The staff was so polite cheerful and helpful. The food was delicious with great variety at the breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿3,428 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,428
฿3,942 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (381 reviews)
"Always a good stay"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

@Sandton Hotel
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿2,035 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,035
฿2,340 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and ...
8.4/10 Very good! (873 reviews)
"Great location in Nelson Mandela Square. Modern Hotel and rooms. Clean, but size of room small ."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City

3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿2,913 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
฿2,913
฿3,350 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, clean property."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
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Where to stay in Soweto

Find the best Soweto areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Soweto
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Sandton

Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

O.R. Tambo

If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

Midrand

You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Cresta Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.



Soweto Travel Guide